Date: Sat, 01 Jan 2005 22:45:13 GMT From: Johannes H Andersen <johsnospamfitter.com> Subject: Re: 1996 900s will not start
AndrewK wrote: > > Dear All > My 1996 900s 2.0l for some reaseon decided not to start. > > Here are the details: > I didn't use the car for a week; > Then I've starter the car first time arround; > Drove it out of the garage to give it a wash (external - not the engine); Why would you wash the engine? That could cause more damage than good. > Then when I tried to start it again it wouldn't; > The engine is turning as normal i.e. the battery seems to be fine; > I've checked the electricals i.e. distributor connections, cables, ignition > coil, all seem to be ok; There is no distributor in this engine. There is no separate ignition coil; there are 4 coils integrated in the DI cassette. Which engine is that? > Thinking the engine could be flooded I left the car on the driveway over > night, but it still doesn't start. > > How do I check if the engine is getting fuel? > > Is this a common occurance with a Saab? No it's NOT common with a Saab. My 1993 Saab has started every time since I bought it in 1997.